Thousands of Americans Warned Over Hidden Risk as Strong El Niño Looms
Summary
Experts warn that a very strong El Niño event is expected this year, increasing the risk of severe storms in the U.S., especially Florida. People living in older mobile and manufactured homes face a much higher danger during tornadoes due to weaker building standards before 1994.Key Facts
- El Niño is a climate pattern that warms the Pacific Ocean waters and affects weather worldwide.
- There is nearly a 100% chance of a very strong El Niño event during fall and winter 2026-27.
- Mobile home residents are 15 to 20 times more likely to die in tornadoes than those in permanent houses.
- Florida has about 830,000 manufactured homes, many built before 1994 safety rules.
- Around 700,000 mobile homes in Florida cannot withstand strong storms; 250,000 were built before federal regulations.
- Older mobile homes may put about half a million people over age 70 at risk during severe weather.
- Sea surface temperatures in the Pacific are reaching record highs, making this El Niño unusually powerful.
- Climate warming overall adds more moisture to the atmosphere, which can increase storms linked to El Niño.
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